Indian equity markets are riding a wave of optimism, with the benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, scaling closer to their intraday highs. Powered by gains in heavyweight stocks like HDFC Bank, SBI, and Reliance Industries (RIL), this marks the third consecutive session of upward momentum. Here’s a closer look at what’s moving the markets today. Global Tailwinds Push Indian Markets Higher The rally in Indian equities aligns with upbeat…

Assad Faces Unexpected Challenge as Rebels Advance Toward Syrian Capital Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad is grappling with a sudden surge in rebel activity that threatens to unravel years of fragile peace in the country. The rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a faction that split from al-Qaeda, launched a surprise offensive last week, swiftly capturing the key northern city of Aleppo. Now, their eyes are set on Syria’s capital, Damascus,…

Trump’s Warning to Hamas: A Deadline for Hostages to Be Released US President-elect Donald Trump has sent a strong message to Hamas, demanding the release of the hostages taken during their October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. Trump, who will assume office in January 2025, warned that if the hostages are not freed by the time of his inauguration, there will be “hell to pay” for those responsible in the…

Protests Against EU Accession Suspension Continue Amid Escalating Police Action In Tbilisi, Georgia, police have once again moved to disperse thousands of protesters rallying against the government’s decision to suspend negotiations for European Union membership. The latest round of unrest comes after four consecutive nights of demonstrations, which have seen over 200 people detained. These protests began following the announcement from the ruling Georgian Dream party, which declared that talks…

Georgian Authorities Urged to Respect Freedom of Expression and Assembly The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, issued a call to Georgian authorities on Monday, urging them to safeguard the rights of citizens to express themselves freely and to assemble peacefully. This plea comes after four nights of protests in Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, that turned violent. The demonstrations were triggered by an announcement from the Georgian Prime Minister…

Georgia is reeling from days of protests after the government suspended its bid for European Union membership. What began as peaceful demonstrations in the capital, Tbilisi, has escalated into a nationwide movement, with fiery clashes between protesters and police reflecting a country at odds with itself. The turmoil underscores deep tensions in the South Caucasus nation, torn between its aspirations for Western integration and its complex historical ties with Russia.…

Days of protests in Georgia have thrown the country into turmoil after the government’s controversial decision to delay its bid to join the European Union. Demonstrations have gripped the capital, Tbilisi, and spread to other cities, with tens of thousands voicing their frustration over what many see as a betrayal of Georgia’s pro-European aspirations. The situation is tense, with protesters clashing with police, opposition leaders raising alarm, and international observers…

Tensions flare in Tbilisi as riot police clear the area around the Georgian parliament, but protesters continue to stand their ground on Rustaveli Avenue, where water cannons and barricades mark the ongoing standoff. After hours of intense clashes, riot police in Tbilisi have succeeded in clearing the area around the Georgian parliament. The protesters, however, have not dispersed; they remain firmly positioned along Rustaveli Avenue, a symbolic heart of the…

December 2024 is gearing up to be a thrilling month for tech lovers, especially smartphone enthusiasts. With big-name brands like iQOO, Xiaomi, and Vivo all set to unveil their latest models, this month promises to deliver a series of flagship devices and high-performance smartphones to cater to a wide range of buyers. Whether you’re looking for cutting-edge features or budget-friendly options, these releases are bound to make an impact. iQOO…